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CertiKDirector of AML & Virtual Asset Compliance
CertiK seeks a remote Director of AML & Virtual Asset Compliance to lead financial crime prevention, anti-money laundering frameworks, and blockchain risk management initiatives. Founded in…
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CertiK seeks a remote Director of AML & Virtual Asset Compliance to lead financial crime prevention, anti-money laundering frameworks, and blockchain risk management initiatives. Founded in 2017 by researchers from Columbia and Yale universities and backed by prominent investors like Goldman Sachs and Sequoia Capital, the company delivers end-to-end security and compliance solutions for Web3 projects and enterprise clients worldwide. This role is tailored for a seasoned compliance professional who…
Job Description
CertiK seeks a remote Director of AML & Virtual Asset Compliance to lead financial crime prevention, anti-money laundering frameworks, and blockchain risk management initiatives. Founded in 2017 by researchers from Columbia and Yale universities and backed by prominent investors like Goldman Sachs and Sequoia Capital, the company delivers end-to-end security and compliance solutions for Web3 projects and enterprise clients worldwide.
This role is tailored for a seasoned compliance professional who has operated within both traditional financial institutions and virtual asset service providers. The incoming leader will act as a senior subject matter expert, guiding internal teams and external stakeholders through complex regulatory environments, blockchain analytics, and risk management strategies.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and enhance anti-money laundering frameworks, sanctions controls, virtual asset compliance strategies, risk assessments, and transaction monitoring procedures
- Provide guidance to financial institutions and virtual asset service providers regarding regulatory expectations and financial crime risks related to blockchain activity
- Keep track of regulatory changes and translate them into actionable product specifications and compliance guidance
- Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer or assist a designated MLRO with suspicious activity reviews and regulatory filings
- Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and business development departments as well as regulators, law enforcement officers, and industry partners
Requirements
- Prior background holding a senior compliance position such as Chief Compliance Officer, Head of Financial Crime, or MLRO
- Professional background spanning both traditional finance and the virtual asset sector
- Extensive expertise in anti-money laundering, financial crime controls, sanctions, regulatory reporting, transaction monitoring, and virtual asset risks
- Practical familiarity with blockchain analytics, wallet screening, know-your-transaction tools, and related on-chain processes
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
Qualifications
- Possession of the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist designation or an equivalent credential
- Prior accountability for an AML program inside a regulated entity
- Direct involvement in virtual asset service provider licensing, regulatory examinations, or compliance remediation
- Established professional network connecting regulators, law enforcement personnel, banking institutions, digital asset exchanges, or the broader virtual asset market
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is this job located?
This position is remote.
What is the expected salary range for this role?
The expected annual base salary range in the United States is between $150,000 and $220,000. Compensation for candidates outside the United States is determined based on location, experience, and qualifications.
What certifications or qualifications are required?
Candidates must hold CAMS or an equivalent AML qualification, along with senior-level experience across both traditional financial institutions and the virtual asset industry.
How can applicants apply?
CertiK accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
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